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Esvin  Cruz

Esvin Cruz

Seattle,WA

Summary

Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.

Motivated professional with several years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.

Punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations.

Dedicated professional experienced in environments. Focused and collaborative team player skillful in communicating and translating customer requests. Offering deep understanding of food safety, osha and health code requirements.

Resourceful line cook offers several years of experience working stations at restaurants. Skilled in following recipes and food presentation specifications and assisting at serving lines. Equipped with in-depth kitchen equipment operations expertise.

Dedicated Cook with fine-tuned skills in grilling, saut?ing, and ingredient preparation. Valued employee known for staying calm in high-pressure environments. Highly experienced working in kitchens.

Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

A committed student eager to leverage exceptional communication and interpersonal skills in a professional setting. Possesses experience in data entry and money handling. Capable of quickly memorizing product details and fostering strong customer relationships.

Motivated student eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives and a strong work ethic to any team.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

Earls Kitchen & Bar
Bellevue , WA
02.2021 - Current
  • Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
  • Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
  • Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.

Line Cook

Earls Restaurant
Bellevue , Washington
03.2021 - 07.2024

Education

High School Diploma -

Bellevue College
Bellevue, WA
12-2025

Skills

  • Recipe preparation
  • Inventory Management
  • Ingredient Preparation
  • Food Safety
  • Food rotation
  • Ingredient inspection
  • Portioning
  • Kitchen Operations
  • Food presentation
  • Server Communication
  • Line Management
  • Menu Planning
  • Workload Management
  • Food Storage
  • Time Management
  • Stock Rotation
  • Menu Item Memorization
  • Meat Cutting
  • Kitchen Sanitization
  • Salad preparation
  • Punctual and honest
  • Attention to Detail
  • Active listener
  • Portion Management
  • Kitchen Organization
  • Highly motivated
  • Food Allergen Safety
  • Quality Control
  • Crew training
  • Sauce preparation
  • Entree Preparation
  • Food Storage Procedures
  • Customer Service
  • Appetizer Preparation
  • Food Preparation
  • Kitchen Sanitation
  • Reliable and Trustworthy
  • Following cooking methods
  • Knife Skills
  • Food Safety Standards
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Team Coordination
  • Ingredient Stocking

Timeline

Line Cook

Earls Restaurant
03.2021 - 07.2024

Line Cook

Earls Kitchen & Bar
02.2021 - Current

High School Diploma -

Bellevue College
Esvin Cruz